1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Reliant SE6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Spider | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
