1976 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 8 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 700 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Reliant Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen LN (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen LN weights approximately 251 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, 1976 Citroen LN, 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, 1968 Reliant Regal (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Reliant Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | LN | Regal |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
