1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 324 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, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
Model | Charade | Rebel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 27 L |