1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1220 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 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
