1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | 90 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
