1976 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 245 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.
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 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Kadett | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Kadett | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
