1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 555 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Regata | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |