1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 17 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 434 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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 1984 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Reliant | Holden |
| Model | Rebel | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
