1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Regata | A 109 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |