1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 84 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Regata | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
