1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
