1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
