1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Fiat Argenta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Argenta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
