1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Argenta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| 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 | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
