1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1971 Reliant Rebel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1967 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
Model | Mini | Rebel |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |