1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 265 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Reliant Rebel | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Rebel | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 100 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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |