1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Regata | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
