1986 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 594 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Accord | Rebel |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |