1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 202 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regata | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
