1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 17 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
