1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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 17 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 124 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |