1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Regata | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
