1986 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 541 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
