1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1175 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 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Regal | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
