1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Regata (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Regata | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
