1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 19 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 977 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Regata | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Regata | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |