1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 640 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.
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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Reliant Rebel | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Rebel | SE6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |