1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 24 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Argenta | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
