1996 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 721 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 Ford Contour, 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Contour | Rebel |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |