1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 32 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), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 665 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Regal | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
