1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Fiat Regata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 25 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, 1982 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
