1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Seville | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
