1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Rebel | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
