1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 26 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | T5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
