Opel Rekord Caravan (1982 – 1986) vs Fiat Argenta (1983 – 1985): specs compared
The Fiat Argenta is the more powerful of the two, with up to 122 hp against 115 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 10.7 s against 11.0 s. The Opel Rekord Caravan has the higher top speed: 182 km/h against 175 km/h. It uses less fuel, from 7.1 L/100 km against 7.6 L/100 km. At 4,680 mm, the Opel Rekord Caravan is 245 mm longer than the Fiat Argenta.
| Specification |
Opel
Rekord Caravan
1982 – 1986
|
Fiat
Argenta
1983 – 1985
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Germany | Italy |
| Documented years | 1982 – 1986 | 1983 – 1985 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel | Diesel, Petrol | Diesel, Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Automatic · Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 71 – 116 hp | 72 – 122 hp |
| Torque | 135 – 189 Nm | 133 – 196 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 11.0 – 22.0 s | 10.7 – 19.2 s |
| Top speed | 153 – 182 km/h | 150 – 175 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.1 – 8.9 L/100 km | 7.6 – 10.6 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm | 1,656 – 1,661 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm | 1,435 – 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,150 – 1,270 kg | 1,140 – 1,305 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.