1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Consul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
