1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 930 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Regata | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
