2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 35 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 888 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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Crossfire | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
