1985 Reliant SE6 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 126 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant SE6 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | SE6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
