1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 300 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 Toyota Carina (174 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |