2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 534 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
Model | Neon | Rebel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |