1958 BMW 600 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2460 mm |
