1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 909 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 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1861 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2835 mm |
