1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 30 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 635 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Regata | A3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
