1968 Reliant Regal vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 25 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 565 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, 1993 Renault 21, 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Regal | 21 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2820 mm |