1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
