1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 379 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat Regata (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Regata | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1960 mm |
