1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Porsche 356 | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 356 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |