1976 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Aspen | SE6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |