1986 Opel Monza vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 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 19 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Reliant SE6.
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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Monza | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
