1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 452 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
