1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Reliant |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 23 L |