1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Argenta | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1796 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 | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 31 L |
