1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1980 Zastava 132 is newer by 16 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 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 132 weights approximately 92 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Reliant | Zastava |
| Model | Scimitar | 132 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
