1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 553 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Reliant Rebel | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rebel | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
