1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Turismo 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 50 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 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Regata | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
