1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 5 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
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 (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Regata | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
