1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
