2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | F-150 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
