1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 306 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 (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
