1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1266 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Reliant | Acura |
| Model | Rebel | TL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
