1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Regata | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1867 mm |
