1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1982 Fiat Argenta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Fiat | Alvis |
| Model | Argenta | TD |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
