1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
