1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 605 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.
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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mustang | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
