1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 735 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1973 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1973 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Rebel | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Pontiac |
| Model | Rebel | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
