1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 504 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.
Because 1964 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Rebel | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Reliant | Volvo |
Model | Rebel | 440 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |