1971 Reliant Rebel vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 40 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 775 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.
Because 1971 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Rebel | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Reliant | Lancia |
| Model | Rebel | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 699 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
