1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1974 Reliant Rebel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1600 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 315 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1600 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
