2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 415 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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Punto | Regal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 27 L |
