1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 9 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 603 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.
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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
