2009 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 744 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Civic | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
