1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 33 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Reliant | Saturn |
| Model | SE6 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
