1975 Reliant SE6 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 21 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 86 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant SE6 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Reliant | Honda |
| Model | SE6 | Today |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
