1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Regata and 1983 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1983 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Regata | 504 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |