2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1389 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 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Kia | Reliant |
Model | Sorento | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |