2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1109 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, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mondeo | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 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 | 1564 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
