1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1981 Tatra T613 is newer by 17 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 687 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Reliant | Tatra |
Model | Scimitar | T613 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2990 mm |