1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 3 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 90 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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Regata | Orion |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 116 L |