1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 8 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 73 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 223 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | Scimitar | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
