1997 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 30 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 1092 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | Trans Sport | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
