1999 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 483 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Omega | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
