1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 11 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 480 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
