1983 Reliant SE6 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1983 Reliant SE6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant SE6 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | SE6 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2250 mm |
