1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Fiat Regata | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Regata | S6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |