1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 31 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jensen SV-8 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Jensen | Reliant |
Model | SV-8 | Regal |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1940 mm |