1990 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX 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.
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, 1990 Citroen CX, 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | CX | Regal |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 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 | 4670 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |