1984 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1033 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 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Regata | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.6 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 | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
