1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1983 Fiat Argenta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Argenta | P5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
