1985 Reliant SE6 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Because 1985 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 1985 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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 Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant SE6 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | SE6 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
