2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | SLK | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
