2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1987 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Regata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
