1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 35 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tamora weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Reliant | TVR |
Model | Regal | Tamora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |