1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Argenta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
