1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 269 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Regata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
