1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 185 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, 1998 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Regata | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
