1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 635 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | GTV | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
