2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1661 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Regata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
