1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Argenta | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
