1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 14 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1121 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 360 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 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 2001 Lotec Sirius. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1244 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotec |
| Model | Regata | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2090 mm |
