1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 39 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 494 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Rebel | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
