1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 10 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 225 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, 1995 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| 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 | 920 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
