1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 330 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 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Regata | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
