1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Element |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
