2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 926 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | C | Rebel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 27 L |