1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1974 Reliant Rebel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3, 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, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | IM 3 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
