1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 427 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 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Regata | Sportage |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |