1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1485 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Regata | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
