1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1968 Reliant Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante weights approximately 280 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.
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:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Disco Volante | Regal |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1940 mm |
