1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 37 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 137 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2001 Toyota Allion, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Allion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
