1975 Reliant SE6 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant SE6 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | SE6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
