1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Fiat Argenta 2012 Land Rover Defender
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model Argenta Defender
Year Released 1984 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 2402 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 75 L


 

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