1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1988 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Regata | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
