1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 18 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 275 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 1967 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Meteor | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
