1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 30 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 715 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Xantia | Regal |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |