1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 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 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 505 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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda RX-2 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Mazda | Reliant |
Model | RX-2 | Regal |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1940 mm |