1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
