1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 525 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 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Skyline | Regal |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1940 mm |
