1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Argenta (200 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
