1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |