1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
