2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Avalanche | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
