Fiat Argenta
The final rear-wheel-drive flagship of the classic Fiat era.
- Power
- 113 bhp
- Top speed
- 106 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$12k
About the Fiat Argenta
Launched in 1981 as a comprehensive update to the Fiat 132, the Argenta served as the brand's flagship executive saloon during a transitional period. It was the last mass-produced Fiat saloon to feature a rear-wheel-drive layout before the company pivoted to front-wheel-drive platforms like the Croma. The 2000 trim utilised the legendary Lampredi twin-cam engine, though the car was often criticised for its dated underpinnings and boxy, upright styling. Today, it is a rare sight on European roads, valued by collectors as a quirky representative of 1980s Italian executive motoring.
Fiat Argenta specs
The Fiat Argenta produces 113 bhp (84 kW) and 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h).
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | Argenta |
| Trim | 2000 |
| Years | 1981–1985 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Italy |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,995 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 113 bhp (84 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,180 kg (2,601 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 96 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Fiat Argenta worth?
A typical Fiat Argenta is estimated to be worth $5,000 – $12,000 (about £3,700 – £8,900).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Fiat Argenta rarity in CarSpot
The Fiat Argenta is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 17 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Fiat Argenta fun facts
- The Argenta's doors were identical to those of its predecessor, the Fiat 132, but the handles were swapped to opposite sides, making them appear to open 'backwards'.
- In 1984, Fiat supplied 400 Argentas to China for government use, marking one of the largest early trade agreements between a Western carmaker and the Chinese authorities.
- The name 'Argenta' is derived from the Latin word for silver, 'argentum', following Fiat's shift from numerical to name-based branding in the early 1980s.