2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 955 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1973 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1973 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | Firebird | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
