1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 95 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant SE6 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | SE6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2645 mm |
