1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 705 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
