1985 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 28 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 652 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Fiat Regata | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Regata | IPL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1823 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |