1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
