1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Argenta (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1983 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
