1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Argenta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
