1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Scimitar | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
