1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600

To start off, 1973 Reliant Rebel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 795 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.

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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Reliant Rebel 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
Make Reliant Alfa Romeo
Model Rebel 2600
Year Released 1973 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 701 cc 2583 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 31 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2510 mm


 

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