1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 900 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2012 Citroen C4 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. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | C4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
