1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
