2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 837 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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | Tiburon | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
