1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 944 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Rebel | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Rebel | Jetta |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |