1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 37 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 279 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, 2001 Kia Visto, 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, 2001 Kia Visto (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1964 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1964 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Reliant | Kia |
| Model | Rebel | Visto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
