1972 Reliant Rebel vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 701 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Rebel is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Reliant Rebel (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Rebel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Reliant Rebel | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Rebel | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1940 mm |
