1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 3 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry weights approximately 159 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
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1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Datsun | Reliant |
Model | 100A Cherry | Rebel |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |