1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Fiat Regata

To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Camaro and 1988 Fiat Regata were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata.

Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Camaro 1988 Fiat Regata
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Camaro Regata
Year Released 1988 1988
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2460 mm


 

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