1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Argenta | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
