1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1315 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.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Rebel | Musso |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
