1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 43 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Reliant | GMC |
| Model | Rebel | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
