2007 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 40 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1175 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Grandis | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
