1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1096 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 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Regata | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Regata | Milan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |