1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 31 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 447 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Copperhead | Rebel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |