1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 867 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Rebel | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Rebel | Altima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
