1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 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 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 945 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1971 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1971 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Seville | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
