1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Reliant SE6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1986 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
Model | 2000 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |