1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 866 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
