1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Argenta | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Argenta | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |