1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1964 Reliant Rebel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Simca 8 (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 429 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, 1950 Simca 8 (88 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm). This means 1950 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Rebel | 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
