1985 Holden Barina vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 16 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Barina (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Barina weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina, 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, 1985 Holden Barina (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Barina | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2270 mm |
