1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 405 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Alfasud | Regal |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
