1983 Reliant SE6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Reliant SE6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L 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 89 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant SE6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | SE6 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
