1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 510 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 1978 Buick 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 1978 Buick 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Regata | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
