1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 466 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Regata | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
