1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 765 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | Rebel | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2648 mm |
