2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 985 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 1971 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 1971 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Accord | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |