2008 Lexus IS vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 41 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 934 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.
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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Lexus | Reliant |
| Model | IS | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
