1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Regata | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2624 mm |