1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Reliant |
| Model | 66 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
