1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Rally Raid | SE6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |