1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant SE6 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | SE6 | GTC |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |