1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
