1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Argenta | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
