1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 205 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
