1980 Reliant SE6 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant SE6 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | SE6 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
