1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1978 Reliant SE6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. 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 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Valiant | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
