1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1351 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Reliant | Hyundai |
| Model | Rebel | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
