1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 470 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 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Reliant Rebel | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Rebel | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
