1970 Peugeot 304 vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, both 1970 Peugeot 304 and 1970 Reliant Rebel were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 304, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 304 | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
Model | 304 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |