1984 Reliant SE6 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 1979 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1984 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1984 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant SE6 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Reliant | Fiat |
| Model | SE6 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
