1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Regata | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
