1976 Ford Maverick vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Maverick | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
