1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 501 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Rebel | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
