1968 Reliant Regal vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 615 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 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Leone |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2470 mm |
