2002 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | AC | Reliant |
Model | Cobra | SE6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |