1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1985 Fiat Regata were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | Regata |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |