2007 Ford Territory vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 39 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1561 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Territory | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 27 L |
