2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 34 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 915 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Lybra | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
