1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette 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 1953 Ford Vedette. 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
