1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 147 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
