1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 383 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | SE6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
