2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Corvette | SE6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |