1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1109 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
