1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argenta | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
