1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
