1986 Fiat Regata vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1986 Fiat Regata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Regata | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Regata | 1510 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |