1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
