1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
Model | Jalpa | SE6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |