1982 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 14 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 1145 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Bitter | Reliant |
Model | SC | Regal |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1940 mm |