1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Argenta | C5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
