1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 12 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 575 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | 117 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
