1986 Reliant SE6 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1986 Reliant SE6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 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 39 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant SE6 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Reliant | Tatra |
Model | SE6 | T603 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |