1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Familia | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 701 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
