1968 Lotus Seven vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1969 Reliant Rebel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Seven (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Reliant Rebel weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Seven | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Lotus | Reliant |
| Model | Seven | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
