1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Reliant SE6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Reliant SE6 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 1986 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1986 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Fulvia | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
