1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1978 Reliant SE6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 124 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
