1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Argenta | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
