1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Nissan Sentra (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
