1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1984 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |