1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Argenta (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Argenta | Alto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2180 mm |
