1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Argenta | 320 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
