1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 22 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Argenta. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argenta | B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
