1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 256 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.
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, 1975 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Kadett | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
