1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,494 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Regata | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
