1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1818 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
