1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 42 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 1305 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Reliant | Audi |
Model | Regal | A5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |