1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 52 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Regata |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
