1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 595 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
