1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
