1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 113 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
