1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
