1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 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 103 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Chante | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
