1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 26 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Innocenti Mille (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 284 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Innocenti Mille | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Mille | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
