1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 825 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
| Model | Mangusta | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
