2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Aveo | Regata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
