2001 Lada 110 vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 110 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110, 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 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | 110 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
