1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 26 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Argenta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
