2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel

To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 38 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 924 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.

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2005 Alfa Romeo GTV 1967 Reliant Rebel
Make Alfa Romeo Reliant
Model GTV Rebel
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 746 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 62.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 7.8:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 112 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 521 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 27 L