1971 Reliant Rebel vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1971 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1971 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Rebel | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Reliant | Infiniti |
| Model | Rebel | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 699 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2901 mm |
