1977 Reliant SE6 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant SE6 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Reliant | Venturi |
| Model | SE6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
