1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Regata | Excel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
