1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1058 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 Sharan, 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 Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rebel | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 104 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
