2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1976 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1976 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Vamos | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
