1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Rebel | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 104 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 23 L |
