1985 Fiat Argenta vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 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), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Argenta | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Argenta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
