1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 13 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1245 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
| Model | Longchamp | Regal |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1940 mm |
