1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
