1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Reliant SE6.
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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Reliant | Citroen |
| Model | SE6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
