1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Reliant Rebel is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Reliant Rebel | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Reliant | Triumph |
Model | Rebel | Renown |
Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |