1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 880 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Regata | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Regata | Century |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |