1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel

To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 711 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 1075 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 848 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 1973 Reliant Rebel
Make Lotec Reliant
Model Testa de Oro Rebel
Year Released 1993 1973
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 701 cc
Horse Power 742 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 60.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 61 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 575 kg


 

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