1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Argenta | IS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
