1980 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata.
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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
