1972 Reliant Rebel vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Reliant Rebel | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Rebel | MR2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |