1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel

To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1120 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Jaguar XJS 1967 Reliant Rebel
Make Jaguar Reliant
Model XJS Rebel
Year Released 1993 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 748 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 3650 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 610 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 38 L


 

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