1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Coupe | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
