1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Festiva | SE6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |