1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 17 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 238 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | Megane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
