2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1985 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Argenta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
