2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 686 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 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 |
