1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1036 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 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
