1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 445 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
