1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 29 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 680 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2788 mm |
