1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
