1979 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Regata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |