2007 MG TF vs. 1983 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 24 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, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1983 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | TF | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
