1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1968 Reliant Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper weights approximately 235 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 1968 Reliant Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Reliant Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Regal |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 27 L |
