1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Argenta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
