1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 31 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Rebel | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
