1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 1976 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | SE6 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
