1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Prelude | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
