1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 42 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), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 790 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Reliant Rebel | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Reliant | Seat |
Model | Rebel | Exeo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
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 | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 104 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2642 mm |