1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Regata | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |