2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | Vito | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
