1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 24 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), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 272 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata. 2012 Seat Altea 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. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Regata | Altea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
