1997 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 855 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Omega | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
