1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1978 Reliant SE6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Cosmo | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
