1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |