1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 262 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.
Because 1989 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Regata | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
