1999 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 591 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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Civic | Rebel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |