1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Centura | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
