1972 Reliant Rebel vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Reliant Rebel | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Rebel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |