1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Regata and 1985 Plymouth Horizon were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1985 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Regata | Horizon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |