1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 27 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 881 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, 1991 Renault Espace, 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, 1991 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Rebel | Espace |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
