1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1967 Reliant Rebel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1967 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Reliant |
Model | 100 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 61 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 112 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 27 L |