1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Imperial | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2640 mm |
