2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal.
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 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Meriva | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 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 | 1330 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 27 L |
