1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 1958 Ford Consul 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 1958 Ford Consul. 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 Fiat Regata (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Regata | Consul |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |