1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
