1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 151 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Charade | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |
