1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | Dino | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
