2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 640 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Berlingo | Rebel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |