1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1967 Reliant Rebel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 796 kg more than 1967 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
Model | Spider | Rebel |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 27 L |