1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 637 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Mondeo | Regal |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 27 L |