1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Marcos | Reliant |
| Model | Mantara | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
