2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
