1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 775 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Giulietta | Regal |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
