1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari 348 and 1988 Fiat Regata were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 348 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
