1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 208 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
