1988 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1988 Citroen AX (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | AX | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
