1975 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | 100 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
