1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1984 Fiat Regata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Fiat Regata.
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, 1984 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | 12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
