1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 21 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 87 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 363 kg more than 1985 Zastava 750. 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Reliant | Zastava |
| Model | Scimitar | 750 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
