1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 48 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1284 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 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Reliant | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rebel | 159 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
