2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1906 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
