1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 670 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Reliant Rebel | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Rebel | Avensis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |