1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1978 Reliant SE6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Stratos | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
