1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Argenta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
