1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar

To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 262 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Reliant Scimitar 1976 Reliant Scimitar
Make Reliant Reliant
Model Scimitar Scimitar
Year Released 1964 1976
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 93.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 72.4 mm
Top Speed 188 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1003 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2620 mm


 

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