1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
