2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 755 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Meriva | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
