2004 Fiat Albea vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 17 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata.
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, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Regata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
