1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
