1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 1025 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
