1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1025 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Diablo | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
