1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 748 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 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regata | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
