1961 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | 7 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
