1981 Reliant SE6 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 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 25 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant SE6 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | SE6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
