1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
