1968 Ford 17 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | 17 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |