1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Regata | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
