1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Regata and 1983 Talbot Horizon were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 56 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
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 Talbot Horizon (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Regata | Horizon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |