1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1390 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2010 Jaguar XF 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. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Reliant | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XF |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |