1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Regata | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
