2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Regata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
