2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 389 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Punto | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
