1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 22 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | C70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
