1986 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 1 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 16 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 (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
