1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 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 600 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Rebel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Rebel (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Rebel should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Rebel weights approximately 21 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1964 Reliant Rebel (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Rebel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Reliant |
| Model | Bianchina | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
