1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 1 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 560 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Newport | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2650 mm |
