1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1309 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scimitar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
