1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1457 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 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Reliant Rebel | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Reliant | Nissan |
Model | Rebel | Navara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |