1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 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, 1984 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
