1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 693 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 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant SE6 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Reliant | Infiniti |
| Model | SE6 | FX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2885 mm |
