1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1984 Fiat Regata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1984 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Regata |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
