1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1964 Reliant Rebel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1964 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 220 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
