2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1975 Reliant SE6. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
