1986 Fiat Regata vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Regata and 1986 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Because 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 1986 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
