1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1645 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel. 1994 Rover Range Rover 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. 1994 Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Rebel | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Rebel | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
