1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 44 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1240 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Reliant | Infiniti |
| Model | Rebel | M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2900 mm |
