1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 756 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, 1998 Lancia Delta, 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Delta | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
