1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
