1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 23 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 667 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique, 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 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Mercury | Reliant |
Model | Mystique | Rebel |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |