1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Regata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
