1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna, 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Reliant Rebel | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Rebel | Laguna |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |