1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
