1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 28 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant SE6 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Reliant | Honda |
| Model | SE6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
