1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 430 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
