2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 610 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Morgan | Reliant |
| Model | Aero 8 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
