1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 9 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 445 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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Avenger | Regal |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1940 mm |
