1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 485 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 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Regata | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Regata | 996 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |