1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 28 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Argenta | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
