1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1974 Reliant Rebel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1966 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 124 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
