1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 24 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1186 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Jensen | Reliant |
| Model | Interceptor | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
