2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
