1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 306 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, 1989 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Rebel | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |
