1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 36 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Regata | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |