1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1967 Reliant Rebel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 35 weights approximately 156 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 35 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 27 L |