1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1983 Fiat Argenta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Argenta | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
