2007 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 842 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
