1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 22 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
