2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 895 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Regata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
