1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 315 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Regata | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |