1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Regata |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
