1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 22 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1372 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
