1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget 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 87 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Reliant | MG |
| Model | SE6 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2032 mm |
