1977 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. 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, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 818 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
