1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | S40 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
