2006 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Civic | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 61 mm |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |