1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 107 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Regata | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |