1981 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 353 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant SE6 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | SE6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
