1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Regata | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
