1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 319 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, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Rebel | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |
