2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Berlina | GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
