2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
Model | Colt | SE6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2994 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |