1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 894 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Volante | Regata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
