1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata.
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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regata | CC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
