1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argenta | SL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
