1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 710 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 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Regata | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
