1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 732 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Fiat Regata | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Regata | IPL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1823 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |