1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 683 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
