2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Ducato | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
