1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Rebel | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
