1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 28 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 494 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Rebel | 19 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
