1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, both 1982 Fiat 127 and 1982 Reliant SE6 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, 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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 127 | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 127 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |