1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 920 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 Ford C-Max, 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 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Reliant | Ford |
Model | Regal | C-Max |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2648 mm |