1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 190 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Mini | Regal |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
