1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1527 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
