1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 966 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rebel | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
