1970 Reliant Rebel vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1354 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 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Rebel | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Rebel | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
