1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1129 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Rebel | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | Rebel | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
