1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1968 Reliant Regal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 700 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Reliant Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Reliant Regal (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Reliant Regal should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Fiat 500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Fiat 500 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 500 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
