1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | GTI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
