1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 587 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | C30 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
