1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | C 15 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
