1986 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 895 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Regata | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
