1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Argenta | Rio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
