2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | E-150 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
