1986 Fiat Regata vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1986 Fiat Regata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Regata | Volare |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
