1970 Reliant Rebel vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Rebel | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | Rebel | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
