1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1983 Fiat Regata
To start off, both 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp and 1983 Fiat Regata were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 830 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1983 Fiat Regata | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Longchamp | Regata |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 56 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |