1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | RX-7 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
