1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 247 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.
Because 1964 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
