1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Spider | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
