1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
