1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 531 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | C30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
