1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 464 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata. 2012 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Fiat Regata | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |