1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Regata and 1985 Lada 2104 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 124 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 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. 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 (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Regata | 2104 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |