1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 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.
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 (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
