2007 Ford Territory vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 33 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1441 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Territory | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 701 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
