1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1984 Fiat Argenta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
