1970 Reliant Rebel vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1970 Reliant Rebel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Saab 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Saab 95 (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 334 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, 1959 Saab 95, 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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Rebel | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Reliant | Saab |
| Model | Rebel | 95 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
