1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1664 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Regata | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Regata | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2891 mm |