1976 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Audi | Reliant |
Model | 100 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |