1986 Reliant SE6 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1986 Reliant SE6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant SE6 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | SE6 | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |