2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 759 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.
Because 1967 Reliant Rebel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Bravo | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 112 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 27 L |