1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
