1968 Reliant Regal vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 625 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, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
