1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 480 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 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | NSX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
