2006 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Civic | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
