1981 Reliant SE6 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant SE6 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Reliant | Steyr |
| Model | SE6 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |
