1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
