1986 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 19 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 678 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Fiero | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | Fiero | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
