1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Regata and 1983 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
