1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1121 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Reliant Rebel | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Reliant | Vauxhall |
Model | Rebel | Monaro |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |