1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva 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 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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 (123 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Regata | Riva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
