1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1972 Reliant Rebel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 204 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
