1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 14 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Regata |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
