1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1974 Reliant Rebel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Reliant Rebel | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | Rebel | 1202 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 701 cc | 1174 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 | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |