2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Reliant Rebel weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom.
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, 2004 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ariel | Reliant |
| Model | Atom | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
