1971 DAF 44 vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 DAF 44 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | DAF | Reliant |
| Model | 44 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
