1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 359 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Rebel | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Rebel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |