1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
