1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
