1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Reliant Rebel | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | Rebel | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
