1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 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), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
