1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 351 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regata | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
