2000 Honda City vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Honda City. 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, 2000 Honda City, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | City | SE6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |