1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Argenta | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
