1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | 220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
