2001 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 734 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1970 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
