1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 35 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 350 weights approximately 655 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Rebel | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Rebel | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
