1996 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 1136 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, 1996 Honda Legend, 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Legend | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
