1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Regata and 1985 Nissan Cedric were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Cedric 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 1985 Nissan Cedric. 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 Nissan Cedric (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Regata | Cedric |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |