1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 484 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.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Regata |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
