Fiat Regata 138 75 i.e. 1.5 (75 Hp) CAT
Fiat Regata:
The Fiat Regata is an automobile produced by Italian automaker Fiat from 1983 until 1990. The Regata name was used for the sedan and station wagon versions of the Fiat Ritmo hatchback, corresponding to the post-facelift Ritmo. The Regata was offered with a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines, although Fiat's Argentinean operations installed other engines from later Fiat models as production there continued until 1995.
Spanish builder SEAT created a similar saloon car from Ritmo underpinnings called the SEAT Málaga, but development of the two cars was carried out separately....(Read more on Wikipedia)
138 Overview:
Fiat Regata (138). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 910 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (79 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 513 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Weekend: 1984 - 1989).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
|---|
| Model: | Regata |
|---|
| Generation: | 138 |
|---|
| Modification (Engine): | 75 i.e. 1.5 (75 Hp) CAT |
|---|
| Start of production: | 1985 |
|---|
| End of production: | 1989 |
|---|
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
|---|
| Body type: | Sedan |
|---|
| Seats: | 5 |
|---|
| Doors: | 4 |
|---|
| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
|---|
| Power per litre: | 50.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
|---|
| Torque: | 108 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
|---|
| Engine Model/Code: | 149A3.000 More details about the engine 149A3.000 |
|---|
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
|---|
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
|---|
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
|---|
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
|---|
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
|---|
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
|---|
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
|---|
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
|---|
| Coolant: | 7 l |
|---|
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
|---|
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
|---|
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
|---|
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
|---|
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
|---|
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
|---|
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.4 Hp/tonne |
|---|
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.7 Nm/tonne |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
|---|
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 513 l |
|---|
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
|---|
| Size: |
| Length: | 4260 mm mm [7mm less] |
|---|
| Width: | 1650 mm mm [Same width.] |
|---|
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [40mm less] |
|---|
| Wheelbase: | 2455 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
|---|
| Front overhang: | 820 mm |
|---|
| Rear overhang: | 992 mm |
|---|
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
|---|
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
|---|
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
|---|
| Transmission type | Manual |
|---|
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
|---|
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
|---|
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
|---|
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
|---|
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
|---|
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
|---|
Describe your experience with the Fiat Regata using only emojis!