1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 25 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 565 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 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | Regata | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
