1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1600 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
