1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Argenta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
