1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Regata | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
