1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | SE6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
