1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Argenta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
