2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1295 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Corvette | Regal |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |