1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Argenta | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Argenta | 530 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |