1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 409 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Marcos | Reliant |
| Model | Mantara | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
