1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | Coupe | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
