1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1968 Reliant Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | CJ3A | Regal |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
