1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 679 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | Rebel | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 112 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
