1985 Fiat Argenta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Argenta | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
