1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1708 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
