1971 Reliant Rebel vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1971 Reliant Rebel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1971 Reliant Rebel (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Rebel should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Reliant Rebel (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Rebel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Rebel | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Rebel | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
