1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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, 1977 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Reliant |
| Model | CL | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
