1994 Honda Today vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 699 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Rebel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Today weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Today | Rebel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |