1981 Audi UR vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 12 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | UR | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
