1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 27 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 504 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Reliant Rebel | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Reliant | TVR |
Model | Rebel | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |