2002 Honda Life vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 269 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Life | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
