1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
