1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1986 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
