1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 21 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Elba (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 395 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Elba | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
