1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1655 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 104 L |
