1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 596 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 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Regata | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |