1964 Reliant Rebel vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 42 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 649 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Rebel | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | Rebel | Octavia |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 101 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |