1983 Reliant SE6 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1983 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant SE6 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Reliant | Mazda |
| Model | SE6 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2329 mm |
