1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 27 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Argenta | 125 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
