1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Regata | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |