1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five 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 38 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1962 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Regata | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |