1971 Reliant Rebel vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Reliant Rebel | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Reliant | Tatra |
Model | Rebel | T613 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 699 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2990 mm |