1982 Reliant SE6 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant SE6 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Reliant | Smart |
Model | SE6 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1820 mm |