2004 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 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 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, 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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.

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2004 Audi A4 1967 Reliant Rebel
Make Audi Reliant
Model A4 Rebel
Year Released 2004 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1784 cc 746 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 51 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 62.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 7.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 521 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 27 L