1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 925 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rebel | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
