1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 6 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 90 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 (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Regata | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
