1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 248 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
