2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1356 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.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Maserati | Reliant |
Model | Quattroporte | Rebel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |