1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1200 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Regata | Patrol |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |