1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Palio | Rebel |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |