1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
