1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta 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 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 1145 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Monteverdi | Reliant |
Model | Berlinetta | Regal |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 27 L |