2006 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 38 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 1280 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 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | S4 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |
