1986 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
