1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Orion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
