1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 36 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 492 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 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Rebel | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2260 mm |
