1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 563 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Regata | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
