1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
