2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 742 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | HR-V | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
