1973 Reliant Rebel vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1973 Reliant Rebel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Skoda 1200 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Reliant Rebel | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | Rebel | 1200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |