1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Argenta | Marea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
