1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 739 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.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | Boxster | Rebel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |