1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 419 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
| Model | Colt | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
