1972 Ford Torino vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1980 Reliant SE6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 359 kg more than 1980 Reliant SE6.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Torino | SE6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |