1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 759 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Reliant | Fiat |
| Model | Rebel | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
