1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant SE6 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | SE6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
