1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 475 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.
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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
