1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Optima (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Argenta | Optima |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
