1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 295 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Regata | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
