1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
