2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 806 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Corvette | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
