1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Visa | Rebel |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 31 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |