1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 4 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. Both 1983 Fiat Regata and 1987 Fiat Regata are equipped with a 1,301 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata 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, 1987 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Regata | Regata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
