1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Argenta | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
