1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1969 Reliant Rebel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Reliant Rebel | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Reliant | MG |
Model | Rebel | Midget |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2032 mm |