1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Regata | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
