1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1974 Reliant Rebel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1952 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 203 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
