1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 408 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.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
