1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
