1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Centura is newer by 5 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 661 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Centura | Regal |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1940 mm |
