Fiat Regata 138 85 1.5 (82 Hp) Automatic
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 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.2 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 15 s). The top speed reaches 160 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 (82 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 15 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.2 L/100 km for its class.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 513 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Regata |
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| Generation: | 138 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 85 1.5 (82 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1983 |
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| End of production: | 1985 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 82 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 54.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 120 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 138B3.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 513 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4260 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1650 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1410 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2455 mm mm |
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| Front overhang: | 820 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 992 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 3 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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