1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Regata | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
