1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
