2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1983 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Reliant SE6.
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, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1983 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Pregio | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
