2002 MG TF vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 21 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | TF | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
