1982 Reliant SE6 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 22 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6.
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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant SE6 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | SE6 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
