2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1003 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mondeo | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 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 | 1458 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
