1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Argenta 2008 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Argenta Accord
Year Released 1981 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L


 

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