1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
