1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 1957 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 1957 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, 1957 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 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 | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
