1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 405 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
