1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1112 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Rebel | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
