1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 911 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
