2003 Honda Fit vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 526 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, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Fit | Rebel |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |